Cricket

Dubai Tellicherians beat Beatrice Cricket Team by three wickets to win the inaugural Mackey-M.M. Pradeep Challengers Trophy cricket tournament played at the Municipal Ground in Al Amerat.

Beatrice who elected to bat first were restricted to 138 runs in the allotted 20 overs.

Chasing the runs for victory, Dubai Tellicherians were well on the course but Beatrice Skipper O.V. Feroz made a tactical change when he introduced Saif in the seventh over to break the strong opening partnership. Saif trapped Nigil Kalliat leg before for 33 runs.

The visiting Dubai side lost wickets at regular intervals but middle-order batsman Rizwan and Riyaz steered the side to victory. Riyaz, who took three wickets and scored 20 runs was declared the Man of the match.

After a short break of last year league tournaments, Beatrice had won by 21 runs over Sayarati / Dhofar Automotive in 20 overs match.

It was the first match of this season (2014) while getting geared up to see next season tournaments.

Mind blowing performance (54) by Jibin and 3 catches, 3 wickets and 2 classic catches taken by Saif Oliyath, New Comer Aby’s all rounder performance, Captain Feroz ovees and all other team members contribution in fielding batting and lead this victory over Sayarati (Srilankan Army).

We are well set this year and eagerly looking forward to the next League tournaments. Said Captain Feroz OV to press officials.

Zubair Automotive recognizes Saif Oliyath’s outstanding service. A good cricketer for decades so as he does in his professional life too. Hearty Congratulations Saif. Keep it up. May God bless you and family.